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Wednesday, 21 March 2012

BBC6 Music Highlights Wednesday 21 March 2012

Morning:

07:00–10:00Shaun KeavenyShaun's rib-tickling romp of a wake-up call with music from Sigur Ros to The Smiths.

Afternoon:

13:00–16:00Radcliffe and MaconieWednesday - Jim and Larry from JamesIt's midweek in MegaCity and the special guests are Jim and Larry from James.

16:00–18:00Steve LamacqSteve welcome's Ceremony into the studio as his New Favourite Band.

Evening:

18:00–19:00Classic Album of the DayDe La Soul: 3 Feet High and RisingLammo kicks off the new series of Classic Album of the Day by talking to De La Soul.

19:00–21:00Marc RileyShrag Art pop punkers Shrag chew the fat and play some tunes for Marc this evening.

It has been well over a year since Helen King, Bob Brown, Steph Goodman, Russel Warrior and Andy Pyne were last in session and they are just about to release their third album Canines. Producer Andy Miller (Mogwai, Sons & Daughter etc.) has helped Shrag produce a melody-packed and visceral slice of music that is sure to please old and new fans alike. Oh, and it was written in Bob's shed at the bottom of the garden!

Currently on tour across the UK, we think you'll be hard pushed not to at least tap your feet whilst eating your pie and mash. Other foods are available.